Hanmer Springs Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs
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This is the Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs, New Zealand for 16 days from 13 June.
Updated 13 June 2025 12:32 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hanmer Springs.
Forecast for today in Hanmer Springs
Max 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
13
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Light snow first, snow showers then clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Hanmer Springs has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Hanmer Springs Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 22cm |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Open |
| Snow in last 7days | +4cm |
| Lifts Open | 2 Lifts |
Hanmer Springs 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,850m | -1℃
 +2cm
| -1℃
 | 0℃
| -2℃
 | 1℃
| 1℃
+2cm
| 2℃
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 1,641m | 1℃
+2cm
| 1℃
| 2℃
| 0℃
| 2℃
| 2℃
+1cm
| 3℃
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 1,432m | 2℃
+1cm
| 2℃
| 3℃
| 1℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,432m | varying 1,529m | |||||
| Max Town | 2℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | -2℃ | -3℃ | -2℃ | -1℃ | 0℃ | 2℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Hanmer Springs Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
13
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Light snow first, snow showers then clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
14
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 3℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear sky, fair later.
Max 1℃
Min -2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -2℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 4℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
18
up to 2cm New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then snow showers at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,529m to 1,449m, with rain below.
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs, New Zealand gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Hanmer Springs, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Hanmer Springs Snow Forecast updated at 12:32 NZST, next update expected 18:00 NZST.
Snow Forecast near Hanmer Springs
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Lyford | 5cm | 5cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hanmer Springs
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hanmer Springs, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hanmer Springs, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Hanmer Springs is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Hanmer Springs will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Hanmer Springs for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.